weight gaining

November 1, 2005

I'm 2yrs into the lap-band and I'm gaining how can I get control of it before it's too late?

stockymd · November 1, 2005

Do you think you might need another fill?

vinesqueen · November 1, 2005

Hi Coco, I would say first things first, get a fill. I don't know what your after care has been like, but make that appointment! That's one o the great things about the Band, you can always get a fill!

You might want to also start a food journal for a few weeks just to track what exactly you are eating, as well as an excersize journal to see where you are burning.

Hope that helps, and welcome back to the fold.

Alexandra · November 1, 2005

You don't give very much information in your post, Coco. Of course you know that the band is not 100% in charge of your weight--your cooperation is crucial. If you've been banded for two years you know what you're supposed to be doing, so what specifically are you having trouble with?

Two years out is, I think, a difficult time. The novelty is long gone and we see a very long road ahead of small meals, and grazing becomes all too easy. I share your difficulties. All that keeps me going is remembering where I came from and how much I do NOT want to go back there.

babsintx3 · November 1, 2005

Coco,

I concur with Alex. I am 2 years and 5 months out. Despite losing so much, having plastic surgery and all the hard work, I am also having trouble with some weight gain. I am stable at the moment, but cant seem to lose anymore and even gained 10 pounds I havent been able to lose since I quit smoking. Its hard, but you have to go back to the basics of what made you successful in the first place. It makes you realize how much of the weight loss was in your court and what you really need to do to continue to be successful. Thats really the best advice I can give you is to start again and follow the rules.

Babs in TX

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"with the band" · November 2, 2005

All I can think is that you need to discuss it with your nutritionist - your lap band nurse/counselor and your lap band doctor. The more you communicate with them the better chance they have to help you with this plateau and/or gain.

Good luck and take care - Nancy